Teriyaki Chicken Rice

Take your taste buds on a culinary journey with this irresistible Teriyaki Chicken Rice recipe, a perfect combination of tender, bite-sized chicken thighs glazed in a rich, homemade teriyaki sauce served over fluffy white or jasmine rice. This dish captures the authentic flavors of Japanese cuisine, featuring a harmonious blend of soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, garlic, and ginger for a perfectly balanced sweet-savory sauce. With a quick 15-minute prep time and simple cooking techniques, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Garnished with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of nutty sesame seeds, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Whether you're cooking for the family or impressing guests, Teriyaki Chicken Rice is a wholesome, flavorful meal that will leave everyone craving seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 60 ml Soy sauce
• 60 ml Mirin
• 60 ml Sake
• 2 tbsp Sugar
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp Ginger, grated
• 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 200 g White or jasmine rice
• 400 ml Water
• 2 Green onions, sliced
• 1 tbsp Sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the teriyaki sauce. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir well until the sugar dissolves. Set aside.

Step 2

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Transfer the rinsed rice to a pot, add water, and bring it to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 3

Meanwhile, cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces, ensuring they are uniform in size for even cooking.

Step 4

In a large skillet or pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are golden brown on one side.

Step 5

Flip the chicken pieces and pour in the prepared teriyaki sauce over them. Stir to coat the chicken thoroughly.

Step 6

Lower the heat to medium and continue to cook the chicken in the sauce for another 8-10 minutes, occasionally stirring, until the sauce thickens and glazes the chicken.

Step 7

Once the sauce is glossy and coats the chicken well, remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 8

Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and serve it onto plates or bowls.

Step 9

Top the rice with the glazed teriyaki chicken.

Step 10

Garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy the delicious teriyaki chicken rice!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1376.5 grams (1376.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1403

Total Fat 50.20g	64%
Saturated Fat 11.80g	59%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.60g
Cholesterol 424mg	141%
Sodium 2790mg	121%
Total Carbohydrate 125.80g	46%
Dietary Fiber 3.20g	11%
Total Sugars 59.00g
Protein 90.10g	180%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 153mg	12%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 1432mg	30%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.3%

Protein: 27.4%

Carbs: 38.3%